BSP-288: 2021 Was Another Failure, What I Learned

On episode 288 of the BSP, I talk about what my 2021 goals were and what I learned over the last year as well what my favorite videos I made this year are.

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00:00 - Intro 
00:15 - Twitch Streamers Banned for Copyright Infringement 
02:00 - Takeaways From 2021
13:40 - Did I Hit My Goals from 2021
19:25 - Favorite Videos Published During 2021
28:45 - 2022 Content Goals
34:45 - 2022 Personal Goals
38:00 - MOVIE OF THE WEEK! 
41:15 - Outro

BSP-287: Favorite YouTubers, Movies, TV-Shows and Music of 2021

On episode 287 of the BSP, I discuss my favorite YouTube channels of the year, as well as my favorite music, movies, tv shows, and books of the last year. 

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Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
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00:00 - Intro
00:12 - Happy New Year
00:58 - Favorite YouTube Channels 
05:42 - Favorite Music
11:10 - Favorite Movies 
14:49 - Favorite Television
17:32 - Favorite Books
21:47 - Favorite Watch
25:47 - Outro

BSP-286: Twitch Bans Racial Slurs Against White People

On episode 286 of the BSP, I discuss Twitch banning Hasan and a few other streamers for using the term Cracker as a derogatory term for white people. I discuss the real reason Hasan should have been banned months ago and address responses to last weeks episode about YouTube copyright issues, copyright issues outside of youtube, getting fired from your job for your content and why I don't review headphones. 

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Lauten Audio LC-387: https://geni.us/lautenfc387
Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag
OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: https://www.ocwhite.com/product/ultima-gen2-ultra-low-profile-adjustable-mic-boom-with-a-12-fixed-horizontal-arm-and-machined-table-bushing/
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro 
00:10 - Twitch Bans Streams for White Racial Slurs
06:50 - WYHTS: YouTube Creators Need to Band Together to Solve Copyright Issues
10:05 - WYHTS: Copyright Issues Outside of YouTube
13:22 - WYHTS: Getting Fired for Political News Coverage
18:20 - WYHTS: Do I Review Headphones?
19:38 - Next Week Off

BSP-285: Discord Premium Paywall, YouTube Copyright Issue, and More

On episode 285 of the BSP, I discuss discord rolling out premium memberships and my thoughts on why this changes nothing about the discord platform, I also discuss youtube's copyright issue and why I don't anticipate it being resolved, and then answer questions about the Shure SM7b and Noise Treating Reooms. 

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Lauten Audio LC-387: https://geni.us/lautenfc387
OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: https://www.ocwhite.com/product/ultima-gen2-ultra-low-profile-adjustable-mic-boom-with-a-12-fixed-horizontal-arm-and-machined-table-bushing/
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro 
00:17 - Discord Premium Paywall

08:45 - YouTube Copyright Issue

14:56 - Lauten FC-387
17:12 - WYHTS: Tape Editing Would Use VU Meters
19:39 - WYHTS: Podcast about Social Media Drama?
20:47 - Ask Bandrew
21:22 - Voice Submission 1
21:37 - How to Reduce Background Noise without Treating Room?
23:56 - Email 2
24:37 - What Interface Can I Use the SM7b More Than 6 Inches Away?
28:37 - Voice Submission 3
29:00 - Am I Concerned about Getting Fired For What I Post Online?
33:32 - Email 4
34:04 - Getting Good Sound Out of the TLM49?
36:37 - Outro

BSP-284: Is Twitter Banning Group Photos?

On episode 284 of the BSP, I discuss twitter's new policy regarding media of private individuals being banned and what I believe this means. 

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00:00 - Intro 
00:15 - Jack Dorsey Leaves Twitter
01:19 - Twitter Suspends You For Posting Private Pictures

15:38 - Neumann U67 Reissue 
16:53 - Computer Issues 
18:55 - Outro

BSP-283: Expander vs Noise Gate, Line Level vs. Instrument Level, and more

On episode 283 of the BSP, I discuss a problem with the Neat King Bee II, how Turtle Beach used to be a high end audio manufacturer, why I started wearing a smart watch again, when I’d use an expander over a noise gate, whether you should use line or instrument level on your audio instrument and why vintage gear is always “better”.

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00:00 - Intro
00:12 - Arturia MiniFuse 2
02:38 - WYHTS: Problem With Neat King Bee II?
04:23 - WYHTS: Turtle Beach Used to Be High End Audio!
05:58 - WYHTS: Fixed Level Interface Output
07:08 - WYHTS: Focusrite Fixed Level Output
08:23 - WYHTS: Getting Hired
09:13 - WYHTS: Why I Started Wearing a Smart Watch Again?
12:23 - Ask Bandrew
13:03 - Voice Submission 1
15:21 - Difference from Expander & Noise Gate?
19:40 - Email 2
21:08 - Line Level vs. Instrument Level for Electric Guitar D.I.
27:33 - Voice Submission 3
28:23 - Why is Vintage Gear Always “Better”?
34:53 - Voice Submission 4
35:20 - What’s the Future of Podcasting?
41:28 - Outro

BSP-282: Poor Coverage of Tech News, Neat Mics King Bee 2, and More

On episode 282 of the BSP, I show how poorly I can cover the news that Apple will allow you to repair your own devices with official apple components, and the whole Stream Labs drama. I then talk about the new Neat Mics King Bee 2, more discussion around the YouTube dislike count being removed, and then answer a bunch of your questions such as using pencil condensers for voicer, why a pro voice over artist isn’t getting work, and does post processing order matter?

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00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Apple Right to Repair
02:35 - Stream Labs Troubles
04:08 - Neat Mics King Bee 2
07:45 - WYHTS: Youtube Dislike Count Removal Response
08:56 - Watch the Video Before Liking/Disliking
09:50 - Abuse of Like / Dislike Does impact Small Creators
11:45 - Why Did YouTube Hide the Dislike Number?
16:30 - WYHTS: Creators Can Just Delete the Dislike Comment
19:35 - WYHTS: Refuse to Dislike / Black Friday is Great / Yeti Suck
23:05 - Ask Bandrew
23:55 - Voice Submission 1
25:40 - Audio Interface With Fixed Level Output?
27:20 - Voice Submission 2
27:50 - Can You Use Pencil Condensers for Voice Over Work?
30:50 - Voice Submission 3
32:52 - Bo’s Audio Demo
34:17 - Why Am I Not Receiving Voice Over Work?
37:03 - Video Submission 4
38:39 - Does Post Processing Order of Operations Matter?
43:05 - Pop Filter Recommendations
45:40 - Outro

BSP-281: I Can't Believe YouTube Actually Did It, Twitter Blue, and More

On episode 281 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube’s announcement that they will be removing and hiding the public dislike counter. I also discuss the new Twitter Blue premium twitter subscription, and a little bit of advice regarding Black Friday.

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Microtech Gefell UMT70s: https://vintageking.com/gefell-umt70s-fet
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
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00:00 - Intro
00:15 - YouTube Removing the Dislike Counter
14:00 - Twitter Blue Premium Twitter Subscription
22:45 - Black Friday Advice
27:15 - Outro

BSP-280: Earthworks Ethos, Best Budget USB Mic?, How to Reduce Hiss In My Recording?

On episode 280 of the BSP, I use the brand new broadcast condenser mic the Earthworks Ethos, I also answer questions about the best budget USB mic, how to reduce hiss in your recording, why a condenser microphone might not be working, if you should upgrade to Logic Pro from GarageBand, and why my face is so disgusting.

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Earthworks Ethos: https://imp.i114863.net/ethos
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
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Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro
00:10 - I’ll Address the Disgust Later
00:44 - Earthworks Ethos
02:29 - WYHTS
02:54 - Ask Bandrew
04:14 - Voice Submission 1
05:48 - Best Budget USB Mic For Vocals?
08:24 - Voice Submission 2
11:23 - How To Reduce Hiss in My Recording?
Julian's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phiFdrsijI4
13:42 - Voice Submission 3
15:12 - Why Doesn’t My Condenser Mic Work?
18:38 - Voice Submission 4
19:38 - Should I Upgrade to Logic Pro X?
25:02 - Why My Face is So Gross!?
26:55 - Outro

BSP-279: How to Make Better Content, Ultimate Travel Podcast Setup

On episode 279 of the BSP, I discuss if you need to start a new YouTube channel, my ultimate lightweight podcasting setup, how to make your videos more entertaining and engaging, and whether or not I’ll ever build my own mic.

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Sterling P20: https://www.guitarcenter.com/Sterling-Audio/P20-Dynamic-Passive-Vocal-Microphone-1500000344758.gc
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro
00:15 - My Halloween Costume
01:17 - Sterling P20
02:17 - WYHTS: Adjust Your Shockmount Bands!
04:02 - Ask Bandrew
05:02 - Audio Submission 1
07:45 - Should I Start a New YouTube Channel?
10:17 - Video Submission 2
11:52 - Recommended Travel Mic Stand

15:02 - Ultimate Travel Podcast Setup
21:02 - Video Submission 3
21:47 - Advice on How to Make Better Content
31:17 - Audio Submission 4
32:32 - When Will I Build a Custom Mic Kit?
37:02 - Outro

BSP-278: Social Media Should Ban EVERYONE!

On episode 278 of the BSP, I answer questions that you sent in back in July.

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Microtech Gefell UMT70s: https://vintageking.com/gefell-umt70s-fet
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
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00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Rambling
01:28 - WYHTS: Beta Ears
01:46 - WYHTS: Google Needs to Get Out of Politics
04:51 - WYHTS: Facebook Whistleblower Thoughts?
11:26 - Ask Bandrew
12:06 - Voice Submission 1
13:16 - Using a Rodecaster or GoXLR for Recording Violin?
16:36 - Email 2
16:51 - Interfaces with Built in Limiter?
18:51 - Voice Submission 3
19:21 - Are My Shockmount Bands Too Tight?
22:46 - Email 4
23:06 - How Not to Ask for Advice.
24:58 - Email 5
25:21 - Samson C01 vs Behringer B1 vs Lewitt LCT240
28:42 - Outro

BSP-277: YouTube Demonetizes Climate Change Deniers, YT Rewind Cancelled, and more

On episode 277 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube demonetizing videos that deny that climate change is real or contradict the generally accepted scientific consensus, they also announced they’re cancelling youtube rewind for good, and I apologize for a huge error I made last week.

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Beyerdynamic M70 Pro X: https://geni.us/m70pro
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
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00:00 - Intro
00:13 - YouTube Demonetizing Climate Change Deniers

07:13 - YouTube Cancels Rewind

08:31 - Apology for Last Week’s Episode
10:31 - Beyerdynamic M70 Pro X
11:28 - Ask Bandrew
12:43 - Email 1
13:03 - Do You Need a Soundard With Your Audio Interface?
14:08 - Email 2
16:18 - NT1 or AT2035?
16:48 - How to Adjust Mix without Mix Dial?
17:33 - Can You Use Open Backs for Recording?
19:18 - Email 3
19:41 - CNET Mic Fail
20:43 - Outro

BSP-276: YouTube Bans Vaccine Misinformation, Amazon Sued, The REAL Neumann Mics

On episode 276 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube’s new police to ban vaccine misinformation that contradicts WHO guidance, Amazon being sued by the companies that were banned for review fraud, Facebook pushing Instagram kids because it’s shockingly not good for kids, and the real Neumann microphones!

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Microtech Gefell UMT70s: https://vintageking.com/gefell-umt70s-fet
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro
00:16 - YouTube Bans Vaccine Misinformation

12:13 - Amazon Sued by Companies Banned for Review Fraud

16:58 - Instagram is Bad For Kids!? No way!!!
18:03 - The Real Neumann Microphones!

21:13 - Ask Bandrew
21:38 - Voice Submission 1
26:43 - SM7b or sE V7 and Zoom H5?
29:43 - Email 2
29:58 - What is an Easy to Listen to Mic and What is a Fatiguing Mic?
33:58 - My Favorite Mics?
34:53 - Voice Submission 3
35:28 - What are Power Conditioners and What Do They Do?

  • Sweetwater Video on Power Conditioners:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eH14lWVSa-A

37:38 - Outro

BSP-275: Did Twitch Fix the DMCA Issue?, and More

On episode 275 of the BSP, I discuss Twitch’s announcement that they have reached an agreement with the National Music Publishers’ Association in an attempt to resolve the issues they have had with DMCA takedown/strikes over the last 6 months. I also discuss another method of review fraud and more.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Telefunken TF51: https://imp.i114863.net/tf51
OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: https://www.ocwhite.com/product/ultima-gen2-ultra-low-profile-adjustable-mic-boom-with-a-12-fixed-horizontal-arm-and-machined-table-bushing/
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Twitch Partners with NMPA to “Resolve” DMCA Issues
06:40 - Telefunken TF-51 AGAIN!
07:40 - WYHTS: More Amazon Review Fraud through Facebook & PayPal
11:30 - WYHTS: How To Train Your Ear to Hear Different Frequencies?
13:25 - WYHTS: SM7B IS BEST!!!!
14:50 - WYHTS: Great 500 Series Comparison

15:40 - Ask Bandrew
16:25 - Email 1
16:50 - Can I Use the Gain Dial of my Interface as a Mute Button
18:40 - Voice Submission 2
21:20 - Rode NTG5 vs. Sennheiser MKH416
23:50 - My Voice is a Stress Test on Mics 3
25:25 - Soyuz 017 Review When?
28:30 - Email 3
29:40 - What Dynamic Mic / Interface Should I get?
32:25 - Outro

BSP-274: Amazon Bans 600 Chinese Companies For Review Fraud, and More

On episode 274 of the BSP, I discuss Amazon’s recent action to ban 600 Chinese Companies who were caught committing review fraud, when you can offer unsolicited criticism, what the terms Mids, Top End, Bright, Dark, and Coloration mean when discussing audio gear, and more.

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Shure SM7b: https://geni.us/shuresm7b
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Presonus Revelator iO24: https://imp.i114863.net/io24
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro
00:14 - Amazon Bans 600 Chinese Companies

05:44 - WYHTS: Use a Truncate Silence Effect
07:29 - WYHTS: Southern California Dude Bro Alert!
08:34 - WYHTS: You CAN Give Unsolicited Criticism to People
12:04 - Ask Bandrew
13:04 - Voice Submission 1
15:04 - What Do You Mean by Mids, Top End, Coloration, Bright, and Dark?
21:49 - Email 2
22:34 - What Do You Consider a Vintage Microphone?
26:04 - Voice Submission 3
29:24 - 500 Series Rack Discussion?
35:19 - Outro

BSP-273: YT Community Post Change, SM7b Falling out of Favor, & More

On episode 273 of the BSP, I discuss Youtube changing the requirements for channels to gain the community tab feature, the SM7b becoming less popular, my advice on cutting out filler words, why I don’t recommend noise gates all the time, how I recommend addressing incorrect microphone technique, and more.

Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Shure SM7b: https://geni.us/shuresm7b
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Presonus Revelator iO24: https://imp.i114863.net/io24
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro
00:12 - YouTube Community Post Sub Requirement Changes

03:31 - Presonus Revelator iO24
04:46 - WYHTS: People’s Choice of Desert Island Mics
07:42 - The SM7b is Falling Out of Favor
07:31 - WYHTS: Old Adages
09:16 - WYHTS: Does the 512 Audio Limelight Fit in Electro Voice Shockmounts?
10:45 - Ask Bandrew
11:46 - Voice Submission 1
15:01 - How bad does audio have to be before I turn it off?
17:26 - How to Stop Saying Filler Words?
22:01 - How is My EQ? / Why Not to Use a Noise Gate
25:31 - Email 2
26:16 - How do You Correct Incorrect Mic Technique Politely?
29:58 - Voice Submission 3
30:31 - Have I Ever Modded Any of My Audio Gear?
32:31 - Email 4
33:06 - How to Reduce Sibilance?
35:16 - Outro

BSP-272: Only Fans Reverses Ban, 512 Audio Limelight, My Desert Island Mic?

On episode 272 of the BSP, I discuss OnlyFans suspending their ban of adult activity, the brand new 512 Audio Limelight which is a new broadcast dynamic microphone, my desert island microphone, and what you should look for when buying a mic.

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512 Audio Limelight: https://imp.i114863.net/limelight
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
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00:00 - Intro
00:20 - OnlyFans Suspending Ban?
06:05 - Facebook Election Commission?
06:55 - 512 Audio Limelight
09:20 - WYHTS: Desert Island Microphone?
12:50 - WYHTS: YouTube Algorithm Changes?
14:35 - Ask Bandrew
15:35 - Voice Submission 1
17:45 - Facebook Podcasts?
21:05 - Email 2
21:35 - Dynamic or Condenser for Windy Environment?
24:05 - Voice Submission 3
25:10 - Recommended Interfaces Under $300-$400?
26:30 - Email 4
26:58 - Rode Podmic or Polsen MC-Pod?
31:50 - Voice Submission 5
32:15 - What to Look for When Buying a Mic?
35:35 - Outro

BSP-271: Is OnlyFans Really Banning Adult Content?, Updates to YouTube Search

On episode 270 of the BSP, I discuss the news that OnlyFans will be banning certain adult content, YouTube updating their search algorithm, and other big changes YouTube is making. I also used the Behringer BX2020 in this video.

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Behringer BX2020: https://imp.i114863.net/bx2020
Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro
00:15 - OnlyFans Banning Adult Content

07:36 - YouTube Updates Search Algorithm

20:45 - Behringer BX2020
22:15 - WYHTS: Boots Theory of Socieconomic Unfaireness.
24:30 - WYHTS: SM7B where B is for Butt Plug

26:30 - WYHTS: The Barrier of Entry is Increasing AND Decreasing
30:30 - Outro

BSP-270: The SM7b Labeled a Streamer Microphone? and Other Questions

On episode 270 of the BSP, I discuss the Rodecaster Pro ducking feature, Why down mixing to mono leads to more noise in OBS, why I use cheap boom arms in my reviews, if the SM7b being labeled a streaming microphone is offensive or infuriating, and then I poorly answer some other technical questions.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Telefunken TF51: https://imp.i114863.net/tf51
Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag
Elgato LP Boom Arm: https://www.elgato.com/en/wave-mic-arm-lp
Elgato WaveXLR: https://geni.us/wavexlr
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Twitter: @bandrewsays
Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
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Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

00:00 - Intro
00:12 - Elgato WaveXLR
02:22 - Elgato Low Profile Boom Arm
05:42 - Ask Bandrew
06:37 - Voice Submission 1
07:17 - Rodecaster Pro Ducking Feature

09:12 - Voice Submission 2
11:32 - Why is Channel 1 Quiet & Channel 2 is Noisy?
14:27 - Voice Submission 3
15:42 - Why Do I Use Cheap Boom Arms?
18:27 - Voice Submission 4
23:27 - Condenser Over Dynamic is Controversial?
24:27 - Downsizing Audio Setup?
25:56 - The SM7B is a Streaming Microphone?
30:56 - Is the Barrier of Entry to Streaming Rising?
33:42 - Voice Submission 5
34:15 - What’s a Hum Elimator and Variable Attenuator?
36:07 - Outro

BSP-269: My Thoughts on "Buy it For Life"

On episode 269 of the BSP, I discuss my thoughts on the philosophy of “buy it for life” where you purchase high quality items that will last your entire life, and instead of replacing you repair. I also use the new Presonus Revelator iO24.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Shure SM7b: https://geni.us/shuresm7b
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Presonus Revelator iO24: https://imp.i114863.net/io24
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Twitter: @bandrewsays
Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
Merch; https://teespring.com/stores/podcastage-store
Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Just hanging out
00:43 - Buy it For Life
11:28 - Entry Level BIFL Items
21:13 - Applying BIFL to Non-BIFL Items
24:43 - Presonus Revelator IO24
25:53 - WYHTS: Rent Mics Before Buying
27:13 - WYHTS: Other Match EQ Options
28:28 - WYHTS: Rode NT-452?
30:13 - Outro